Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Advocates for Modern Tech to Combat Cybercrime and Enhance Justice Delivery Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the critical role of advanced technology in modernizing policing and combating digital crimes during his address at the inauguration of the 69th All-India Police Duty Meet in Nagpur. Speaking at Shivaji Stadium, Fadnavis highlighted the need for law enforcement agencies to leverage cutting-edge tools aligned with the three new criminal laws—BNS, BNSS, and Bharatiya Sakshya Sanhita—to outmaneuver cybercriminals and ensure swift, equitable justice. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for spearheading these legislative reforms, which he described as a departure from colonial-era laws like the IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act, which he characterized as tools of repression. The six-day event, organized by Nagpur Police and the CID, will see participation from over 1,300 police personnel and canine units across the country. Fadnavis underscored the importance of the meet in fostering professional collaboration, showcasing state-of-the-art policing capabilities, and promoting cyber awareness. He noted that technology is pivotal to justice delivery, citing blockchain as a tool that enhances evidence authenticity and reduces the likelihood of acquittals. Fadnavis praised Maharashtra’s leadership in police modernization, citing the state’s adoption of AI-driven tools, top-tier cybercrime labs, and advanced forensic facilities. He called for technology-driven investigations, robust forensic evidence, continuous skill development for officers, and enhanced inter-state collaboration.#devendra_fadnavis #narendra_modti #nagpur_police #amit_shah #cid
